The Indian Council for Cultural Relations – ICCR Scholarship Programme 2026-27 is a government scholarship for Indian students who wish to pursue higher education abroad. It aims to foster cultural exchange and mutual understanding between India and other countries by supporting students in undergraduate, postgraduate, and research programmes overseas. The scholarship encourages academic excellence while promoting India’s cultural and educational ties globally.

Open to Indian citizens who have completed their previous qualifying examination. Applicants must have secured admission to a recognized foreign university or institution for the academic year 2026-27. There are no specific income or marks criteria mentioned in the official guidelines, but preference may be given to meritorious candidates. Applicants must meet the admission requirements of the host institution.

Apply through the A2A (Admission to Admission) portal between 27 February and 15 April 2026. Register on the portal, fill in personal and academic details, and upload required documents such as proof of admission, certificates, and photographs. After submission, the portal remains open for universities to scrutinize applications until 30 April 2026. Final selection is made by Indian Missions or Posts abroad.